06/15/2026
The Rooted Barrel has Red Lobelia, also called Cardinal Flower. Cardinal Flowers bloom for a month or more in late summer, with vivid red blossoms that attract hummingbirds. The parent plant will only last a few years, but this prolific seeder can self-sow in the correct conditions with good seed-to-soil contact. Otherwise, it may need to be replanted every few years, but the work is well worth it. Cardinal flowers can be grown in any damp place with full or partial sunlight. Because the cardinal flower grows naturally in wet locations, it is critical to keep the soil damp. Individual plants rarely live for more than a few years, however, colonies can live for many years due to the cardinal flower's self-seeding properties. It is best to let your Cardinal Flowers self-seed. This ensures that they will return every year. Dividing your plants every two to three years will help them live longer and produce more plants. (Native)
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